Last month, the spotlight turned once again on the Sussexes as they prepared to dive into two new factual series for Netflix, part of their lucrative multi-million dollar contract with the streaming giant.

Prince Harry is set to lead a show centered around professional polo, while Meghan Markle’s project will explore themes of gardening, cooking, and lifestyle.

This venture promises to showcase the joys of culinary arts and entertaining, but recent developments have left fans wondering about the future of these ambitious projects.

Meghan’s show was initially met with enthusiasm, particularly after she introduced her new brand, American Riviera Orchard.

This venture is rumored to offer an array of home decor items and cooking condiments, adding another layer to her already multifaceted career.

However, it seems that the Sussexes are now contemplating a shift towards Paramount, raising questions about the status of their much-hyped Netflix deal.

What happened to the much-anticipated $100 million contract?

Everything seemed to be falling into place until insiders revealed some troubling news.

According to reports from CDAN, the chefs involved in Meghan’s cooking show are feeling quite frustrated.

Despite Meghan’s claims of culinary expertise, it appears she lacks the professional background to back it up.

This has led to tensions between her and the streaming service.

Netflix reportedly expected Meghan to participate in a significant upfront presentation for her show, but she deemed this request beneath her.

In stark contrast, celebrity chefs typically embrace such opportunities, always ready to support their network.

This misalignment has left the future of the cooking show hanging by a thread, as Netflix grows increasingly wary of the production.

The situation mirrors that of Selena Gomez’s cooking show, which gained popularity despite Gomez’s limited kitchen skills.

The charm of her show lay in its lightheartedness, whereas Meghan’s approach has been described as overly controlling.

Reports indicate that directors have quit, and staff members have walked off the set, resulting in chaos behind the scenes.

As Meghan launched her new brand in March, she faced scrutiny that only intensified public perception of her sensitivity.

As part of the launch, she distributed jars of strawberry jam, the first product from American Riviera Orchard, to 50 friends and influencers.

Each jar was personally numbered, suggesting an air of exclusivity that didn’t sit well with everyone.

Royal expert Tom Quinn weighed in on Meghan’s current state of mind, noting that she feels increasingly targeted by criticism.

He suggested that she struggles to understand why her efforts do not receive the admiration she desires.

Quinn pointed out that, like her husband, Meghan perceives the backlash against her as unfair.

In light of the criticism surrounding her jam launch, Meghan is reportedly gearing up for a public relations blitz ahead of the official debut of American Riviera Orchard later this year.

She aims to attract new followers and hopes to secure appearances on various chat shows and podcasts to bolster her image.

In her quest to enhance her reputation in both the US and UK, Meghan appears eager to engage in selected interviews with journalists.

This strategy might help her navigate the rocky waters of public opinion and reshape her narrative.

As the Sussexes pivot from Netflix to potentially partnering with Paramount, the future of their projects remains uncertain.

With Meghan facing mounting challenges in her endeavors, it will be interesting to see how this story unfolds.